What party did David Davis belong to?

David Davis was a member of the Independent party and represented the state of Illinois in the U.S. Senate.

When did David Davis serve in the U.S. Senate?

David Davis served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1877 to March 3, 1883, representing Illinois.

When did David Davis die?

David Davis died on June 26, 1886.

Historical Profile

David Davis is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.

Independent Inactive

David Davis

Former U.S. Senator for Illinois

Biography

David Davis (died 1886) was an American politician who represented Illinois in the United States Senate from October 1877 to March 1883, during the 45th–47th Congresses. Davis served as an Independent. Davis died on June 26, 1886.

Key Information

Full Name: David Davis
Died: June 26, 1886
Term Started: October 15, 1877
Term Ended: March 3, 1883
Senate Class: Class II

Service History

Oct 15, 1877 – Mar 3, 1883 45th–47th Congresses Independent Illinois

Service dates from the official U.S. Senate historical roster. For senators who changed party affiliation during their service, the party shown for each period is approximate.

Current Senators from Illinois

Dick Durbin

Democrat
Tammy Duckworth

Democrat

Served With

Senators who represented the same state during Davis's service:

John Logan (IL) 1877–1883
Richard Oglesby (IL) 1877–1879